Jeff Ayres, who started for Tiago Splitter (calf), played 25 minutes and brought down 10 rebounds in the win over Milwaukee on Wednesday. He did not score because he did not attempt a shot.

Ayres, who started for Tiago Splitter (calf), played 25 minutes and brought down 10 rebounds in the win over Milwaukee on Wednesday. He did not score because he did not attempt a shot.

Analysis:

Ayres has seen sporadic playing time and Wednesday's game was just the third time he has played more than 20 minutes. He has also not scored more than six points, but he could be a rebounds-only add if Splitter has to miss more games.